Why would the company sell out now and after the hires and posturing of not doing a deal but waiting? Unless there is some ridiculous offer on the table, I don't see this as a buy out. But if it is for a few dollars, then I won't complain.
Much higher if its a true buyout. More likely many JV's or partnerships. Gerald would accept a buyout IMHO if its was mucho $$$$. He is a financial engineer remember : )